If you've ever taken antibiotics for an infection, you may have felt the effects in your vagina. That’s because antibiotics don’t discriminate. While they often work well to clear any immediate infection, they also disrupt your vaginal microbiome, leaving you vulnerable to imbalance and new infections. The good news? Research shows that the vaginal microbiome can recover with the right support.
Recurrent vaginal infections aren’t just inconvenient – they’re painful, persistent, and deeply frustrating. Despite how common they are, many women feel dismissed or stuck in an endless loop of ineffective treatments. At UVISA, we know the first step in solving a problem is truly understanding it, and that starts with listening. Our research journey began with a simple goal: to understand what women are actually experiencing and how the current system is failing them. Here’s what they told us and what we learned.
Boric acid has become a last resort for women seeking relief from vaginal infections. Across social media and health forums, countless stories describe how using this household chemical seemed to succeed where other treatments failed, finally breaking the frustrating cycle of repeat infections. But what does the science actually say about boric acid? Is it safe? Effective? How does it work – and if it’s so promising, why isn’t it regulated? Let’s unpack the evidence (and the warnings that come with it).
When choosing a contraceptive, we’re often told to think about side effects like weight changes, mood swings, or bleeding patterns. But there’s another factor that gets overlooked: your vaginal microbiome. With so many options out there and growing research into how they affect your vaginal health, making a choice can feel overwhelming. So, we’ve broken it down.
If you’ve ever had BV, thrush, or both in a frustrating cycle, you’re not alone. Vaginal infections are common and they’re rarely about hygiene or bad luck. The real story lies much deeper, in the balance of your vaginal microbiome. At the heart of it all: Lactobacilli – the protective bacteria working to keep things stable. In this article, we explore what lactobacilli actually do, what disrupts them, and how you can support them, so they can protect your vaginal health.
You can’t fix something until you understand why it’s broken. For decades, the pharmaceutical industry has prioritised a one-size-fits-men approach to medicine. Women’s bodies, hormones, and experiences have been sidelined: seen as too “complex,” “unpredictable,” or “niche” to be worth the time and investment. That bias has very real, lasting consequences. But now, technology is stepping in to fill the gap left behind. Let’s get into it.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is no longer a distant threat. It’s here and it’s one of the biggest public health crises of our time. The ability to treat infections with antibiotics was once a medical breakthrough but today, resistant bacteria, fungi, and viruses are making common infections harder to cure, putting millions of lives at risk each year.
Light therapy might seem futuristic, but its healing power has been known for centuries. From ancient sun worship, to scientific breakthroughs, this technology has transformed again and again. Yet, its full potential is only just being unlocked.
Your vaginal microbiome might not get much attention, but it plays a huge role in your overall health. This delicate ecosystem of bacteria keeps your vagina healthy and protected from infections – but it’s all about striking a balance.
Your vaginal microbiome is a delicate ecosystem. When it’s in balance and thriving, it protects you from infection and supports your overall health. But when that careful balance is disrupted, it can’t function the way it’s supposed to, leading to a whole host of challenges.
When it comes to vaginal health, there’s no shortage of advice online — some of it helpful, but much of it’s misleading or just plain wrong. With endless information at our fingertips, it can be tough to tell what's accurate and what's just another myth. Let’s break down some of the most common misconceptions about vaginal health and separate the facts from fiction.
Antibiotics are the go-to treatment for vaginal infections like bacterial vaginosis (BV) but they’re far from the perfect solution. Many women find themselves stuck in a frustrating cycle of temporary relief, annoying side effects and recurring infections.
